Conuropsis Carolinensis (Noun)
Meaning
Extinct parakeet whose range extended far into the United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Conuropsis carolinensis, also known as the Carolina parakeet, was a species of extinct parrot that once inhabited the southeastern United States.
- Conuropsis carolinensis was the only parrot species native to the United States east of the Rocky Mountains that became extinct due to habitat loss and hunting.
- The range of the Conuropsis carolinensis extended far into the United States, from North Carolina to New York and as far west as Illinois and Texas.
- The Conuropsis carolinensis was declared extinct in 1904 when the last captive individual died at the Cincinnati Zoo.
- Conuropsis carolinensis was known for its vibrant green plumage and playful behavior, making it a popular species among bird enthusiasts and collectors during its time.